“Shameless Sell-Outs”: Pearl Thusi and Sello Maake Ka Ncube Spark Outrage with ‘Surprising Endorsement’ of Zimbabwe’s Ruling Party
South African celebrities Pearl Thusi and Sello Maake Ka Ncube have come under fire from both Zimbabweans and South Africans after being pictured alongside Zimbabwe’s president, Emmerson Mnangagwa. The stars were part of a delegation that visited the country and were seen wearing President Mnangagwa’s colorful scarfs.
Zimbabwe’s Efforts to Improve Image Draw Criticism
In an attempt to improve its image and reputation in the region and the world, Zimbabwe invited a group of journalists and media personalities from select countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) bloc to visit and experience the country. The group included journalists from Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, and Tanzania, as well as three famous South African celebrities: TV personality Pearl Thusi, actress Sonia Mbele, and veteran actor Sello Maake Ka-Ncube.
Pearl Thusi and Sello Maake Ka Ncube Spark Outrage with ‘Surprising Endorsement’ of Zimbabwe’s Ruling Party (Image Credit: Twitter @AdvoBarryRoux)Social Media Backlash and Accusations of Selling Out
The endorsement of the current Zimbabwean government by Pearl Thusi and Sello Maake Ka Ncube sparked outrage among South Africans and Zimbabweans alike. Social media users criticized the celebrities, accusing them of doing anything for money and labeling them as sell-outs. The backlash highlighted the sensitive political climate in Zimbabwe and the ongoing struggles faced by its citizens.
Many users expressed disappointment and accused the celebrities of being unpatriotic and out of touch with reality. Some criticized their silence on issues of press freedom, political freedom, and economic freedom in Zimbabwe, while others labeled their actions as greedy and nauseating. The backlash against the celebrities highlighted the deep divisions and frustrations within both the South African and Zimbabwean communities.
Check out some of the reactions;
@Shonnysa;
South African celebrities are part of the problem. This thing yabo Pearl Thusi and Bra Sello is a disgrace. They are very much aware of the situation in Zimbabwe and South Africa
@Chrisexcel102;
I see Pearl Thusi I know she’s shameless…
But the whole Legend bra Sello 😭😭
@Noxza_dube;
Pearl Thusi has a history of supporting incompetent governments like the ANC, now she is twerking for Zanu pf. This is very sad.
@MarvinSiziba;
I never for once thought @PearlThusi will stoop this low. Disappointed
@ZuesDada;
Shame on Bra Sello…what a gold-digger
@AdvoBarryRoux;
Celebrities will sing any tune for supper. I Am disappointed that Sello Maake KaNcube & Pearl Thusi choose Emmerson Mnangagwa & ZANU PF which have displaced millions of Zimbabweans & resulted in an unprecedented influx of illegal immigrants into South Africa. Zimbabwe Wake up.
